Introduction

The IIHF Equipment Supplier Support Program was established in 1994 with the main objective of the IIHF working together with their suppliers to distribute equipment to member National Associations to assist the growth of ice hockey.

The IIHF Supplier Pool Member; Bauer, Busch, Easton Sports, Graf, Fischer, Frontier, Rebellion , Reebok/CCM, Sherwood Inc, Tackla and Warrior, have all made their equipment available for “value in kind” donations to qualifying National Associations

This program, working in conjunction with the IIHF Learn to Play Program, and soon to be released IIHF Recruitment Program, will enable families new to ice hockey see the positive benefits of the sport and get started for little or no cost.

Equipment

The equipment that is supplied and available for the program this season is:

This equipment is NOT FOR RESALE as it is a donation from the equipment suppliers to the National Association for the sole purpose of being used in beginner or “entry level” programs. These programs are essential for the development and growth of ice hockey in participating National Associations.

National Associations

In order to qualify for equipment support a National Association must satisfy specific criteria, these include:

Demonstrate a need for the equipment

Show how the equipment will used for the improvement of ice hockey in their nation

Submission of a national development plan

Being actively involved in IIHF Development Programs, especially the Learn to Play Program

National Associations interested in participating in the IIHF Equipment Supplier Support Program should contact the IIHF office for more information.

QUALIFYING NATIONAL ASSOCIATIONS

The National Associations that have benefited from the IIHF Equipment Supplier Support Program are: